Vikings To Sign LB Andrew Van Ginkel

On a day already featuring one major defensive investment, the Vikings will make another. Linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel has agreed to a two-year deal worth $20MM. The pact includes $14MM guaranteed, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

After re-signing with the Dolphins on a one-year deal last offseason, Van Ginkel proceeded to have one of the best seasons of his career in 2023. The linebacker finished this past season with a career-high six sacks while also compiling some of his best numbers in TFL (eight) and QB hits (19).

Pro Football Focus was especially fond of the player’s performance. Listed as an edge rusher, Van Ginkel was ranked seventh among 112 qualifying players at his position. This included a top-four positional grade for his coverage skills and a top-seven positional grade for his pass-rush ability.

The former fifth-round pick had spent his entire career with the Dolphins, and considering his breakout, there was optimism that he’d stick around Miami. While both sides were reportedly interested in a new deal, it seems like the Vikings swooped in with an offer that the free agent couldn’t refuse.

The Vikings have been busy adding to their pass-rushing corps today. In addition to Van Ginkel, the team also added edge rusher Jonathan Greenard on a sizable four-year, $76MM deal. The two signings likely mean that Danielle Hunter will be heading elsewhere after spending nearly a decade in Minnesota.